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St. Patrick's Day Events In Boca Raton | St. Patrick's Day Parties Near Me (2024)

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Boca Raton may not be renowned for its strong Irish influence, but it is never short on unique hospitality opportunities to get out and live your best. With the many transplants from Boston, Philadelphia, and even overseas, there is plenty afoot for Emerald-clad revelers to enjoy the weekend ahead. Today's St. Patrick's Day-focused blog will incorporate public events, pubs, family-friendly, and nightlife all into one comprehensive guide to St. Patrick's Day events in Boca Raton! Read on and set your calendar, and be sure to have your green wardrobe ready!

The Inaugural Proper St. Paddy's Day Celebration at Mizner Park 

The headline event for this year's Boca Raton St. Patrick's Day is the Proper St. Paddy's Day Celebration. This all-day celebration will occur from 12 PM to 10 AM on Sunday, March 17th. Like most holiday celebrations in Downtown Boca, this event will take place at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre. General Admission is free and includes a bevy of family-friendly and elevated experiences. Proper St. Paddy's Day will include live music, traditional Irish performances such as bagpipes, Irish dancers, and a live DJ. For children, face painting, an obstacle course, bounce houses, and arts and crafts are available. For the adults, there are a variety of handcrafted goods for sale, specialty craft cocktails, and even a "dry bar" featuring Guinness 0.0 or mocktails, for those who hold the keys. 

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Boca Raton Easter Brunch | Where To Celebrate Easter Sunday In Boca Raton (2024)

Easter Brunch in Boca Raton 2024 edition

2024 has been off to a delightful start! With beautiful seasonal weather carrying the day (at least the day of this writing) we're eager and excited for a fruitful spring. As always, Easter Sunday is a keynote holiday and one of the only internationally celebrated holidays between March & May. For today's Boca Raton Real Estate blog, we present a round-up of some of the most elegant and mouthwatering Easter Sunday Brunches from our epicenter in Boca Raton throughout the greater Palm Beach area. Read on and learn more to set your reservations and pick out your best pastels. It's time for Easter!

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Marisol at the Boca Raton - Boca Raton

Marisol is but one of the fine establishments found at The Boca Raton, the famous resort & club founded and dreamed by Addison Mizner. Marisol will offer its very own brunch buffet menu from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Far from a basic buffet, Marisol incorporates a bevy of global flavors into a menu of finely procured, upscale dishes. Such examples include the Caribbean crab benedict, shakshuka, bread pudding french toast, and as always a fine assortment of handcrafted pastries and donuts.

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The New Year's Resolutioner's Guide To Boca Raton

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There is quite a debate around New Year's Resolutions. For the more goal-oriented among us, they are a must and a means to a beginning into the next year. They are the stars that guide us in the direction we wish our lives to be. For the more... whimsical and realistic, sometimes New Year's Resolutions, though well-intended, represent a goalpost we will likely fall short of, setting the stage for disappointment. It's not that the standard is impossible, but like a small child at a dessert buffet, sometimes we bite off more than we can chew. The answer lies somewhere in the middle. New Year's Resolutions should not be about the result or the destination, but the journey and the process it takes to reach them. In that way, we inculcate better habits without setting ourselves up to fail, and while we're at it, become more comfortable with ourselves and the trajectory of our lives. We're not here to judge you or tell you what to strive for or how hard to work for it. You deserve to grow on your schedule, free from the leering eyes and burdensome gazes of those beyond your circle. We referenced this Forbes Article regarding the latest in 2024 New Year's Resolutions. Whatever your New Year's Resolution is, take it at your own pace, and see if any of these Boca Raton, places, people, and things can make your life a bit better every day.


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New Years Parties In Boca Raton | Where To Celebrate New Years Eve

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Is it 2024 yet? We're a little bewildered that the year came and went faster than the Brightline, but here we are ready to ring in the New Year. In keeping you informed on the latest happenings, holidays, and celebrations around Boca Raton, today's Boca Raton Real Estate blog highlights the best events, parties, and fun things happening around the city. Read on and get your sparklers, champagne, and dancing shoes ready!

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New Year's Eve at Crazy Uncle Mike's - Boca Raton

  • When: Dec. 31 - Jan. 1 | 9 PM - 1 AM
  • Where: Crazy Uncle Mike's 6450 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL

One of our favorite spots in Boca Raton, Crazy Uncle Mike's has become a premier destination for live music, craft beer, and easy bites. With an elevated stage and superb lounging area, alongside its outdoor deck, we love Crazy Uncle Mike's as a venue and a restaurant. In keeping with their namesake, Crazy Uncle Mike's has invited Southern Blood, a band saluting Southern Rock, to hit the stage for a celebration that's sure to rock the night away. 

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The 2023 Boca Raton Holiday Boat Parade | Everything You Need To Know

2023 boca raton holiday boat parade

We're fired up for the 49th annual Boca Raton holiday boat parade! One of the most popular events in Boca Raton is nearly five decades old, returning for its next installation. The Boca Holiday Boat Parade is a coalescing event that incorporates much of what sets this community apart. The bright lights, beautiful boats, balmy weather, and neighborhood camaraderie are exemplified at this event. For our part, we've got our eyes on the water and our thumb on the pulse of our backyard, and are here to bring you everything you need to know about the 2023 Boca Raton Holiday Boat Parade!

  • When: Saturday, December 16th 2023. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Where: Boca Raton Intracoastal Canal (C-15 to Hillsboro Bridge)

The Parade Route

The Parade will follow its usual path beginning in the C-15 Canal of the Boca Raton/Delray Beach border. The parade boats will turn due south at the Intracoastal and follow along until the route end at the Hillsboro drawbridge. The boats will pass several waterfront communities in Boca Raton including the Boca Marina Yacht Club and Golden Harbour among several others. There are three drawbridges along the route: Spanish River, Palmetto Park, and Camino Real, beginning with Spanish River and ending beyond the picturesque twisting drawbridge...

Boca Raton Christmas Lights Near Me | Where To See Christmas Lights In 2023

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The Champagne & Parisi Blog has become quite the holiday institution if our readership numbers are any indication. We've covered Thanksgiving and the holiday boat parade, and once again, here we are sharing the best places to view Christmas Lights near you in the Boca Raton area & beyond. Without further ado, here are some of the most well-known and picturesque places to enjoy Christmas lights and holiday displays, in the way only South Florida can provide!

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THE 49TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE - BOCA RATON

  • Where: The Intracoastal Waterway, from the C-15 Canal to Camino Real
  • When: Saturday, December 16th 2023

For the best and most detailed information on this nearly 5-decade Boca Raton holiday event, visit our dedicated Holiday Boat Parade blog!

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The 100 Ft Christmas Tree and Holiday Village - Delray Beach

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Boca Raton Thanksgiving 2023 | Giving Thanks From Champagne & Parisi Real Estate

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Gratitude. It's the basis for being a good person. It begins with humility, transmutes to gratefulness, and is expressed in kindness. A tradition of Champagne & Parisi Real Estate in recent years, we love writing our many thanks to the few fortunate enough to make our list. While we could easily quadruple our list and add many more people and businesses we're grateful for, we had to narrow it down to a select few. We're grateful for life, opportunity, friendship, and the generosity of all we're blessed to work alongside, but these mentioned people, places, and things are as deserving as any for our Thanksgiving 2023 gratitude list. 

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Patch Reef Title

We'll begin by thanking three of our most crucial business partners, starting with Patch Reef Title Company. When it comes to real estate title work, Patch Reef is more than just our partner. They are the absolute gold standard in the industry and work tirelessly for our clients. Whether it's facilitating the final stages of a deal, resolving disputes, or educating our team on the latest in Real Estate titling, Patch Reef is one of many title companies serving the area, but a steadfast partner who proves their worth at every turn.

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2023 Thanksgiving Dinner In Boca Raton | Thanksgiving Dinner Near Me

2023 thanksgiving dinner around boca raton

Can anyone else believe that 2023 is already winding down?! It may be a cliche, but it's as true as ever and seems to only accelerate as the years go by. With the fall season fully underway and pumpkin patches popping up around town, it's time to line up our favorite options for Thanksgiving dinner around Boca Raton. Whether ordering in or dining out, sometimes it just makes more sense to skip the hassle and get things taken care of for you. We're all for family traditions and home cooking, but when half the family is coming in from out of town and showing up with nothing but suitcases, the burden of hosting can become the theme of the holiday, rather than the holiday revelry itself. Here is a list of a few of the best options for ordering Thanksgiving Dinner in Boca Raton this year!

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The Capital Grille

  • Address: 6000 Glades Rd. Boca Raton, FL 33431
  • Phone: (561) 368 - 1077
  • Price: $50/adult $20/children

The upscale and prized Capital Grille is offering a reasonably priced Thanksgiving meal alongside its full dinner menu. This meal will include a centerpiece of slow-roasted turkey...

Boca Raton Halloween Events Near Me | 2023 Halloween In Boca Raton

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It's officially autumn in South Florida! With the slight inward breeze and a resurgent Miami Dolphins, we have so much to celebrate as the year winds down and the days grow shorter. For this year, we've organized a myriad of events for kids, families, and adults for our Halloween 2023 blog. Whether looking to dress up and party on, or bring the kids to some wholesome family fun, our Boca Raton Real Estate blog has you covered!

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Halloween Brunch at Throw Social - Delray Beach

  • When: Saturday & Sunday, October 28-29, 11:30 AM - 2:00 AM
  • Where: Throw Social - 29 SE 2nd Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33444

Delray Beach is always abuzz when learning of festivities at the ever-popular Throw Social. Just a few minutes north of Boca Raton, this off-the-Ave. hotspot is as exciting during brunch hours as it is into the night, combining kinetic activities like ping-pong, axe throwing, and giant Jenga with craft cocktails, dancing, and more. Thematic cocktails will headline the party, with four stations featuring Frankenstein Jello shot syringes, Witches brew sangria, and even a drag brunch and doggie costume contest!

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September Events In Boca Raton | Boca Raton Events Near Me

September 2023 Events in Boca

The Summer is waning to a close for much of the planet, but in South Florida, it winds down in name only. While we won't likely enjoy the respite from the extreme heat that our northerly neighbors will, we can expect the fall hues and hints of cinnamon spice to waft in the air. For our part, we're rounding up some of our favorite ideas for folks of all ages and types to find something to do in the Boca Raton area. For the best of September events in Boca Raton, read on and get your plans ready!

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Boca End Of Summer Festival

It's the proverbial end of Summer! Though the heat will drag on long after the Autumn Equinox, the city of Boca Raton is excited to throw a wonderful all-day festival to commemorate the first week of Fall. This family-friendly event will include the usual favorites for kids and parents - including food vendors, live music, a petting zoo and adoption area, carnival rides, and a beer garden for the parents among us. The first of two events we're listing at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, the End of Summer Festival will take full advantage of the welcome confines of Mizner Park and the...

August Events In The Boca Raton Area | Things To Do In Boca This August

August Events In the Boca Raton Area

The dog days of Summer are well underway and the final month of the season looms large. While Florida's summers may not adhere to the expected dictates of our Gregorian calendar, the "summer" proper is soon to end. Before the snowbirds show up and our roads get too busy, find out what's happening around town with our August Events blog.

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Puppy Yoga with Bianca - Boca Raton

  • Where: Fabletics, Boca Town Center Mall - 6000 Glades Rd. Boca Raton, FL 33431
  • When: Saturday, August 19th. 9 AM

Fabletics, in partnership with The Yoga Joint is hosting a puppy yoga class at the Fabletics storefront in the Boca Town Center Mall....

Boca Raton Real Estate Market Report (Summer 2023)

boca raton real estate market report summer 2023

Boca Raton is one of two centerpieces of Palm Beach County, with the other being its namesake city. This magnificent luxury destination has proven to be a sustainable and accelerating real estate market, with more growth on the horizon. Following the extreme circumstances of 2020 and the market fallout that followed, we're rounding up what should be a responsive but stabilizing year after a rip-roaring ride through real estate. At this midsummer point in 2023, it's time to take a look at Boca Raton Real Estate and the changes that we've seen, and how the numbers reflect our on-the-ground observations.

All data is sourced from FlexMLS and compares the current 6-month period with the previous year.

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NEW CONSTRUCTION HOMES AND CONDOS IN Boca Raton

Boca Raton has been at the epicenter of massive growth throughout South Florida since the post-2020 acceleration. The population has grown by over 13,000 people since the 2010 census and continues its meteoric growth. To provide for this unyielding expansion, Boca Raton has continuously developed its western corridors and beachfront condos, including new additions like...

2023 July 4th Fireworks And Events In The Boca Raton Area | Fireworks Near Me

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We're excited to celebrate another year of glorious life here in Boca Raton! As we've delved deeper into our local history through the Boca Raton Real Estate blog, we are reminded that none of the freedom and prosperity we experience would exist without the actions of our founding fathers in 1776. To commemorate this national unification and resistance to monarchic encroachment, we happily gather for fireworks, grilled foods, pool parties, and midsummer fun. For the best July 4th celebrations, fireworks, and family-friendly events near Boca Raton, look no further than these events below.

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PBC Parks & Rec 4th Of July Celebration - Boca Raton

  • Where: Sunset Cove Amphitheater - 20405 Amphitheater Cir. Boca Raton, FL 33498
  • When: Tuesday, July 4th, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Enjoy a fireworks show and live concert hosted by Vice Mayor Maria Sachs, right here at our Sunset Cove Amphitheater. The hits of today and yesteryear will be proudly played alongside fireworks, bounce houses, carnival games, food vendors, and more.

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Father's Day Events In Boca Raton | Boca Raton Father's Day 2023

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It's midsummer again in Boca Raton, and with that, we take a moment to acknowledge the incredible men we grew up admiring. From soldiers and sailors to businessmen, mentors, and shoulders to lean on, our fathers go by many things. Our fathers wear many hats, take on many roles, and set the tone for the future we are blessed to look towards ourselves. Most of all, we know them by "Dad," and on the weekend of June 18th, we celebrate their impact on our lives and the community at large. Here are our choices for the many Father's Day Events in Boca Raton this year.

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The Rock & Roll Playhouse: Music of the Grateful Dead For Kids

The Rock & Roll Playhouse is a family-friendly concert series that travels the country and hosts performances highlighting iconic rock bands and their music. Featuring notable Grateful Dead tribute band, Crazy Fingers, the event will include games, movement, storytelling, and music. Through this cultural exchange and multisensory music experience, kids and their dads will enrich their lives and cultivate a lifelong appreciation of the arts.

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The Do's and Don'ts Of Showing A Property | Boca Raton Real Estate

the dos and donts of showing a property

Congratulations! You got the listing! Or to the inverse, you're showing a motivated buyer of means a property you think will be perfect for them. Regardless of the warmth of your lead or the natural fit you think this home presents its prospectors, it's important to gauge the temperature of the room and properly advise your client. In going over the basics, we provide a few do's and don'ts of showing a property that every Realtor should pay heed to. Read further and keep growing!

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Do: Prepare/Stage The Property

This is a given if it's your listing. As much as you'd imagine empty spaces leaving more to the imagination, having furniture and houseplants in prominent spaces of the home gives the visitor an idea of what they could do. Even if the staged furniture doesn't feed into the aesthetic tastes of the home buyer, they will be able to imagine their own furniture and their own configuration, using the existing pieces to think aloud. Bonus points for taking advantage of a beautiful backyard, such as those offered in The Oaks at Boca.

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Don't: Oversell The Property...

Boca Memorial Day 2023 | Ways To Commemorate And Honor Our Lost Heroes

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For most, Memorial Day is another gracious Monday off, and while an important day to remember, is mostly a day to BBQ and hit the beach on a weekday. Yet, for those of us who served, love someone who has, or lost someone in the line of service, this day takes on a solemnness not felt by all. While we're not suggesting you give up on the fun and sun of this iconic American weekend, perhaps consider taking a moment to honor those who laid it all on the line to make it all happen. We're sure you have your tongs ready, charcoal stocked up, and weekend menu set, but are you aware of these ways, monuments, and spaces to honor and respect our veterans? Learn more about honoring our fallen veterans in the Boca Raton area, and have a beautiful weekend!

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Visit the Schmidt Boca Raton Historical Museum

The Boca Raton Historical Society has done an outstanding job of cobbling together the many chapters of history that have crosshatched our beautiful city since its earliest days of non-native inhabitation. Seated in the Old City Hall, designed by Addison Mizner, the Boca Raton History Museum is not dedicated solely to our military past, but dedicates a significant portion of the exhibits, literature, and artifact collection to the particular role Boca Raton played during World War II. Visiting this museum will give greater insight into the backdrop of our community...

Mother's Day Events In Boca Raton | Mother's Day 2023 Near Me

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After a lifetime of raising.... us, it's time to take one day out of our busy schedules to celebrate, honor, and pay our respects to the one who gave us life and set us on our course to success. A simple Sunday brunch, a shower of gifts, and beautiful soft flowers are never enough to truly value the time and lessons we gained from our mothers. Yet, we do our best to show our moms the value of their commitment through our actions each day, and when that Sunday in May hits, we know it's time to shine even brighter for our moms. Here are some of the best 2023 Mother's Day events in the Boca Raton area, representing a wide selection of formal, musical, and culinary delights fit for the queen of your world.

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The Motowners: The Ultimate Tribute To Motown

  • Where: The Boca Black Box - 8221 Glades Rd. Suite #10 Boca Raton, FL 33434
  • When: Sunday, May 14th. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Motowners, a Earth, Wind & Fire heavy tribute to this classic American music genre, have returned for another premier performance in Boca Raton. This time, this vaunted group who sound nearly identical to the sounds and vibes they so aptly pay tribute to, perform on Mother's Day at the Boca Black Box Theater. For anyone with a musically inclined mom, this is the perfect way to cap off a lovely dinner with your #1. The Boca Black Box is directly across from the ...

Cinco De Mayo Events In Boca Raton | Cinco De Mayo 2023 Events

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It's that time of year again! Some of us may still be recovering from St. Patrick's Day, but Cinco de Mayo is firmly on our calendar. For a city quite a few miles from Mexico, and a larger Latin influence via South America and the Caribbean, Boca Raton has solidified itself as a destination for Mexican cuisine. Featuring both the larger, best-known restaurants and lesser-known locales, Boca Raton always does Cinco de Mayo right. For some of the best events in Boca Raton and nearby, read on and set your calendars!

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Cinco de Mayo at Calaveras Cantina - Boca Raton

Our list begins at one of the closest locales to our Beach Offices with Calaveras Cantina in Mizner Park. Live entertainment will be provided by a trio of acts, beginning with a live DJ, mariachi band, and a percussionist performing from 8:00 PM - 1:00 AM. Specials include $5 bottled beer, shots of Corazon Tequila, and deals on margaritas all day and night.

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Easter Events In Boca Raton | Boca Raton Easter Sunday 2023

easter events in boca raton 2023

It's another (y)ear in Boca Raton and for many, a time of reflection as they approach the holiest day of their faith. Yet, for all of us, it's another opportunity to enjoy decadent brunches, pastel-flecked eggs, and springtime fun. Easter may be a religious holiday, but much like Christmas, or the once-paganistic Halloween, we're more than content with our interpretation of the thematic fun that Easter brings. As a harbinger of springtime and as part of a diverse community, Easter festivities are hardly exclusive to anyone. For the best of Easter Events in Boca Raton, read on and see below!

Is it 2024 yet?! Click for our newest edition of Boca Raton Easter Brunches: 2024 Edition

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Easter Brunch at the Addison

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St. Patrick's Day Events In The Boca Raton Area | St. Patty's Day Near Me

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Welcome back to our annual roundup of exciting holiday events in the Boca Raton area & beyond! Unfortunately, the longtime Mizner Park mainstay: The Dubliner, is no more. Thus, it is incumbent on us in the Boca Raton Real Estate blog to account for the diaspora of partygoers as the big day looms on the near horizon. Through these 5 events, we give you everything from arts & crafts to cheers & beers, things for the kids and the not-so-young, and a little more for the young at heart. Enjoy this jovial celebration of all things Irish right here in our backyard! Read on to learn more about the litany of excitement that lies ahead for this year's St. Patrick's Day events in Boca Raton (and beyond)!

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St. Patrick's Day Specials At Max's Grille - Boca Raton

We can always depend on Max's Grille at the heart of Mizner Park for the best in seasonal cuisine and cocktails. A significant contender for one of Boca Raton's very finest restaurants, Max's has a seasonal offering for every holiday and has been mentioned many times in our Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day blogs to name just a few. The culinary artists at Max's have spun a slightly modern twist on classic Irish flavors, with the loaded potato pizza and corned...